Reaching 4 Peace

Margarita's Hopes for Her Children Margarita explains her life in Mexico and her desire for her children to live the American Dream.

Zohra Escapes Afghanistan Zorra tells us about her experience in Afghanistan, during the Soviet invasion and how the Taliban helped her escape her war-torn country.

Amazing Baptist Choir Sings "The Holy Ghost" The First Missionary Baptist Church Choir sings "The Holy Ghost".

An Israeli Confronts War and Prejudice Amir discusses the conflict in Gaza, why he stays in Israel, and prejudice against Jews.

Felicia's Story of Oppression Under the Soviets Felicia discusses her childhood in Lithuania, the Soviet invasion, her escape to Nazi Germany, and her long journey to the United States.

Rev. Kenneth Jones Talks About His Tough Past and Prejudice Rev. Kenneth Jones talks about his time in prison, becoming a minister, and experiencing prejudice.

Rabbi Sarah Bassin's Focus on Interfaith Relations Rabbi Sarah Bassin describes her childhood surrounded by Evangelical Christians, what motivated her to become a rabbi, and her interfaith work.

Botso Korisheli's Incredible Life in Georgia Botso tells his unbelievable story of abandonment after his father was murdered by Stalin for refusing to blindly follow the Communist Party, how he survived being captured by the Nazis in World War II, and how the Georgian love of music influences him to this day. He also improvises a piece on the piano.

Arthur Hanlon Talks About Latin Music and Performs (http://arthurhanlon.com/) Arthur Hanlon discusses his music career and plays the piano. Visit his website at http://arthurhanlon.com/.

Pierre Berg: A Political Prisoner in Auschwitz Pierre Berg describes his experience during the Holocaust.

Islamic Early Afternoon Prayer (Salat al-Zuhr) King Fahad Mosque allows me to film their early afternoon prayer.

In Defense of Islam Abdul Rahman dispels misconceptions of Islam, regarding women's attire, jihad, and terrorism.

Roxana Cobo Discusses Colombia and Her Career in Facial Plastic Surgery Roxana Cobo discusses her life in Cali, Colombia, her job as a plastic surgeon, and the difficulty for women in her profession.

Douglas' Experience as a Korean-American Douglas describes his life growing up as the only Asian at his school in his Tennessee town and the Korean culture.

Rhoda's Mixed Background Rhoda describes how her exposure to a variety of different faiths made her more open-minded.

Manuel Dispels Stereotypes About Mexicans Manuel explains the great diversity found in Mexico as well as many common traits of Mexican people.

Art and Therese Hanlon: An Irish-American Couple Art and Therese Hanlon describe raising their seven children, life during the Great Depression, and their favorite Irish traditions.

Ilan Discusses Living in the Golan Heights and Being an Israeli Ilan talks about his life in the Golan Heights, living on a kibbutz, and being an Israeli.

Ayumi Discusses Life in Japan Ayumi talks about Tokyo, Japanese food, and her move to the US.

Linda Discusses God and Prejudice Linda talks about her relationship with God and prejudice she has faced.

Marjie Discusses Her Experiences with Anti-Semitism and Racism Marjie talks about her childhood experience with anti-Semitism, racism after the era of segregation, and her experience seeing a concentration camp.

Loai's Life in Jordan Loai discusses Jordan, Islam, and terrorism.

Baptist Choir "Just Want to Praise You" First Missionary Baptist Church sings "Just Want to Praise You".

Omar's Experience as an Egyptian in the US Omar discusses Egypt, the United States, and the discrimination he faces flying.

Olga Habla de los Cambios en Colombia Durante Su Vida Olga habla de su vida en Bogota, Chicago, y Cali y tambien del FARC y la violencia en Colombia.

Zsetaun Talks About God, Music, and America Zsetaun talks about her singing, religion, and the importance of diversity to America.

Luis Discusses Mexico Luis tells his story of moving to the US from Mexico and working his way up as a farmer.

Richard Stone: A Jewish American Story Richard Stone talks about his Jewish background, his service in World War II and his life.

Mahmoud's Egyptian Life Mahmoud talks about Egypt and being a Muslim.

First Missionary Baptist Church Choir "Jesus, the Mention of Your Name" First Missionary Baptist Church Choir sings "Jesus, the Mention of Your Name".

Gad Discusses Socialism and Israel Gad talks about his socialist ideology, living on a kibbutz, and living in Israel.

Katie's Love of Paris Katie talks about her childhood in Versailles and her move to Paris.

Beautiful Gospel Singing "Blessed Quietness" The First Missionary Baptist Church choir sings "Blessed Quietness".

Angel Habla de Mexico Angel habla de las celebraciones de Mexico y su identidad cultural.

Noelle Explains Her View of Black Americans Noelle talks about her struggle to explain her ethnicity as well as the diversity of Black Americans.

Leticia's Focus on Education Leticia describes her early life in Mexico and a difficult situation that she got out of.

Soledad Habla de la Vida en Mexico Soledad habla de su vida en Mexico y sus hijos en Estados Unidos.

Gabby's Dreams for Her Daughter Gabby talks about her Creole and African-American background, her favorite family recipes, and her hopes for her daughter.

Candido Shares His Love of Mexico and Meat Candido talks about his life in Mexico, his move to the US, and his love of meat.

Fouad's Dual Egyptian-American Identity Fouad talks about being part of two very different cultures and his connection to them both.

First Missionary Baptist Church Part of a Sermon A reverend at First Missionary Baptist Church delivers a powerful sermon.

Leticia and the Art of France

Yssel Habla de la Ciudad de Mexico Yssel habla de la vida en la Ciudad de Mexico y en Cabo San Lucas.

Anela Speaks About Her Mixed Russian-Ukrainian Heritage Anella talks about her childhood in Russia, her emigration to the US after the USSR collapsed, and holiday traditions.

Talia Discusses Her Judaism Talia talks about her Conservative Jewish background and its impact on her life.

Andrea Talks About Venezuela and Latin Culture Andrea discusses her life in Venezuela and her belief in the unity of all Latin American culture.

Sharon Talks About Being German-American Sharon shares her story of uncertain heritage and her respect for the men and women who fight to protect our country.

Travelling to Paris to Study Fashion

Lydia Discusses Mexico Lydia talks about her life in Tijuana and her favorite holidays.

An Explanation of Afghanistan Abdul Rahman explains the culture of Afghanistan, the damage the Soviets did to the country, how he escaped, the problem with the US strategy there, and how to fix the troubled country.

Arthur's Scientific Worldview Although culturally Jewish, Arthur describes the reasons he does not believe in religion and how his scientific worldview leads to morality.

A Salvadoran Story Deputy Garcia discusses the Civil War and his rapid Americanization.

Carlo y Juliano Hablan de Colombia Carlo y Juliano hablan de su vida en Cali, Colombia, y la importancia de la baile allí.

Patrick's Life in Ireland Patrick discusses working on a farm in Ireland and differences between Los Angeles and Ireland.

Abu Nasir Explains the Situation in Somaliland Abu Nasir talks about his home country of Somaliland and some of the issues it's faced since leaving Somalia.

Moad Talks About Libya Moad discusses the problems with Libya and what he misses about his country.

Sammy's Life as a Muslim American Sammy talks about what Islam means to him and the problem with how most people perceive Muslims.

Charlie's Italian-American Background Charlie discusses the impact that his Italian culture has had on him, generations after his family arrived in the United States.

Margaux Talks About Art and Paris

Luis Talks About Mexico City Luis discusses the fast-paced life in Mexico City.

Chiaki Talks About Life in Tokyo With the help of a translator, Chiaki shares her experiences in Tokyo, Japan.

Adolfo Habla de El Salvador Y La Guerra Civil Adolfo habla de su pais y los problemas despues de la Guerra Civil.

An Eritrean Experience A man shares his experience in Eritrea and coming to the United States.

Jean-Louis' Life in Spain and as a Dancer Jean-Louis talks about his life in Spain, his father's imprisonment by Franco, and his travels around the world as a dancer.

Hamid's American Muslim Story Hamid talks about being an American Muslim and what Islam means to him.

Paul Describes Nigeria Paul talks about his childhood in Nigeria, Christmas, and problems facing the country.

Oscar Habla de Acapulco Oscar habla de la vida mexicana y Acapulco.

Narjai's African-American Background Narjai talks about her life in New Orleans, Louisiana, and the impact it still has on her.

Jerry Discusses Growing Up on a Farm and His Polish-American Ethnicity Jerry talks about his childhood on a very rural farm, his Polish relatives, and his deep connection to the United States.

Layla from Fountainbleau Leila talks about her life growing up in the French countryside and some of the difference between France and the US that she noticed when she moved here.

Shiho Speaks About Japan Shiho talks about her life in Japan, her favorite things about living there, and some of the best holidays.

Ahmad's Life as a Muslim in Israel Ahmad talks about living in Israel as a Muslim.

Johnny Talks About Ireland and His Interfaith Marriage Johnny discusses his life in Dublin, his favorite holidays, and his interfaith marriage.

Hamdi Talks About Gaza and Peace Hamdi talks about the Gaza conflict, Israel, and his hope for peace.

Paul Shares His English Life Paul describes life in England and some differences between the UK and US.

Noah Discusses Perceptions of Muslim Americans Noah talks about being a Muslim American and the impact of derogatory epithets

Imtiaz Reflects on Life in India Imtiaz talks about life and holidays in India as well as his journey to the United States.

Chloe's Love of France and French Cuisine Chloe describes her love of all different French regions and French food.

Jesus Talks About Acapulco and Cabo Jesus shares his enthusiasm for New Year's while discussing Acapulco and Cabo San Lucas.